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Emery Ledger

Emery Brett Ledger brings 28+ years of experience to personal injury law. He founded & led The Ledger Law Firm in securing over $100 million in compensation for clients with life-altering injuries & complex claims. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Licensed in California, Texas, & Washington, Emery earned his law degree from Pepperdine University School of Law. His practice areas include car & truck accidents, wrongful death, catastrophic injuries, maritime claims, & mass tort litigation. He has been recognized by The National Trial Lawyers’ Top 100, Mass Tort Trial Lawyers Top 25, and America’s Top 100 Personal Injury Attorneys. Emery also received the 2025 Elite Lawyer Award & holds a perfect 10.0 Avvo rating with Platinum Client Champion status. His legal work has been featured on CNN, Forbes, NBC, & ABC.

Can You Sue a Restaurant for Food Poisoning
Can You Sue a Restaurant for Food Poisoning? Your Legal Rights, Evidence, and Compensation Explained Personal Injury
July 12, 2026

Can You Sue a Restaurant for Food Poisoning? Your Legal Rights, Evidence, and Compensation Explained

You ate a meal. Now you’re sick. Restaurants follow rules to avoid making people sick. You may pursue a lawsuit when they fail. Food poisoning isn’t always severe. Restaurants may be legally responsible if they sell contaminated food. It’s up to you to prove it caused you to suffer an illness. Prove liability and make sure you have evidence. What…
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What Is Considered a Serious Car Accident
What Is Considered a Serious Car Accident? Understanding Serious Injuries, Legal Rights, and Compensation Car Accident
July 12, 2026

What Is Considered a Serious Car Accident? Understanding Serious Injuries, Legal Rights, and Compensation

What is considered a serious car accident for you may not be what the insurance company claims. Not every accident is serious. Serious car accidents involve significant property damage and medical care needs. Every victim needs to understand their rights in these cases. The at-fault driver must pay for any losses you have, big or small. Trust a car accident…
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Can a Lawsuit Be Reopened After Settlement
Can a Lawsuit Be Reopened After Settlement? When You May Be Able to Reopen a Settled Case Personal Injury Settlements Tips
July 10, 2026

Can a Lawsuit Be Reopened After Settlement? When You May Be Able to Reopen a Settled Case

It's a common question. Can a lawsuit be reopened after settlement? The simple answer. No, that's not how the process works. Settlements are an agreement to resolve a dispute permanently. You agree not to seek further action if they pay the settlement. But there are some legal exceptions. It's possible to challenge or reopen a case in very limited cases.…
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Can You Sue a Car Company for Airbags Not Deploying
Can You Sue a Car Company for Airbags Not Deploying? Legal Guide for Injuries Caused by Defective Air Bags Product Liability Lawyer
July 10, 2026

Can You Sue a Car Company for Airbags Not Deploying? Legal Guide for Injuries Caused by Defective Air Bags

Getting answers after an accident is incredibly important. Holding the at-fault party accountable matters. Can you sue a car company for airbags not deploying? Airbags are a critical safety device meant to reduce injuries in impact accidents. Not every situation of nondeployment means the airbag was defective. You can seek legal action when you can prove liability with evidence. Prove…
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5 Personal Injury Accidents in Dallas June 2026
5 Personal Injury Accidents in Dallas June 2026 Personal Injury
July 10, 2026

5 Personal Injury Accidents in Dallas June 2026

Car accidents happen in Dallas every day. It’s different when it happens to you. These examples of personal injury accidents demonstrate just how devastating these accidents can be. It’s not uncommon for accidents to result in fatalities. That’s devastating to families. Personal injury accidents in Dallas like these terrifying families. They also lead to significant claims. A Dallas personal injury…
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$44.1 Million New Prime Inc Lawsuit Truck Accident Death of Christopher Vardy in Dallas
$44.1 Million New Prime Inc Lawsuit: Truck Accident Death of Christopher Vardy in Dallas County’s I-35 Pileup NewsTruck Accident Injury TipsTruck Accident Lawsuits
July 8, 2026

$44.1 Million New Prime Inc Lawsuit: Truck Accident Death of Christopher Vardy in Dallas County’s I-35 Pileup

Texas roads rarely ice. When Texas roads do ice, lots of drivers see it as a chance to "prove their skills". Unfortunately, the combination of overconfidence, zero experience, and vehicles that aren't prepared to handle icy roads is often disastrous. Icy road crashes make up more than three-quarters of all winter road accidents in Texas. The "Great Texas Freeze" was…
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3 Newport Beach Personal Injury Accidents June 2026
3 Newport Beach Personal Injury Accidents June 2026 Personal InjuryUnderstanding Personal Injury Cases
July 3, 2026

3 Newport Beach Personal Injury Accidents June 2026

There have been a whopping 1,002,572 traffic crashes in California since January 20247,392 people died in these crashes. And 574,693 people were injured. Just over 1,900 crashes happened in Newport Beach. 11 people have died in crashes in Newport Beach since January 2024. In Newport Beach, Jamboree Road and MacArthur Boulevard have the highest crash volume. California has more cars…
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difference between car accident claim and car accident lawsuit
6 Difference Between Car Accident Claim And Car Accident Lawsuit | Which is Right for You? Car AccidentCar Crash
June 29, 2026

6 Difference Between Car Accident Claim And Car Accident Lawsuit | Which is Right for You?

Car accident claims are demands for payment from insurers or the at-fault party. After a car accident, you’ll likely file a claim with the insurance company for all damages you suffered. The insurance company verifies and negotiates your demand for payment. If they agree, you receive a settlement. If the insurance company doesn’t agree, or won’t pay your demand, you…
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evidence needed for successful car accident lawsuit
What Evidence Needed For Successful Car Accident Lawsuit | Why Does Evidence Matters? Car Accident
June 25, 2026

What Evidence Needed For Successful Car Accident Lawsuit | Why Does Evidence Matters?

It’s always up to the victim of an accident to prove they suffered losses. That’s never simple to do, but essential to winning your case. Evidence is the tool you have to prove your losses. The more evidence you have, the harder it is for the insurance company to refute your claims. There’s lots of evidence available that can support…
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3 Fatal Car Accident In Newport Beach in May 2026
3 Fatal Car Accident In Newport Beach in May 2026 Car Accident
June 21, 2026

3 Fatal Car Accident In Newport Beach in May 2026

Newport Beach is a busy city. Its roads are constantly congested. Reckless drivers are everywhere. Every year, hundreds of people suffer serious accidents due to crashes on roadways. Many of these accidents result in fatalities. Families then face the uncertainty of what they can do to get justice. These three car accidents demonstrate that accidents happen in multiple ways and…
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